Overview: Soccer has always been known for its simplicity; a ball, a pitch, and two goals. But in recent years, it’s become one of the most tech-enhanced sports in the world. From wearable trackers and heat maps to VAR (Video Assistant Referee) and advanced performance analytics, the modern game looks a lot different than it…
How social media grew the Brodie League from Burlington to Boston As with most sports, basketball is a consistently evolving game. In the ’90s, everyone wanted to jump like Michael Jordan; in the 2010s, people wanted to shoot a basketball like Steph Curry. In the 2020s, sports fans are seeing the influence of social media…
By Maia-Anne Erickson There once was a grand palace that stood tall like a spired tower. Its muted patterns of stucco were invisible amongst the bright lights of the marquee, and the buzz of the downtown core became deaf to the battle cries of twenty-somethings in spiked dog collars. In daylight, the doors of the…
By: Chase Cooper Walking down the dimly lit steps into BSMT 254, the underground music venue is empty except for the bartenders and the ticket collector, who are ready for tonight’s sold-out show. As the opening band is setting up their equipment, the dimly lit venue starts to fill. Within an hour, the small room…
Voices Unveiled in the York University Strike Amidst the pulsating rhythm of academic life at York University, a tapestry of voices emerges, weaving together the narratives of academic workers and students alike amidst an unprecedented strike. The journey begins with Erin McIntosh, a spokesperson for CUPE 3903 and a PhD student, whose resolute words pierce…
Rachel Chester and one of her store associates Danielle Macdonald share two memorable interactions they’ve had with customers at the store. The first happened while a customer was finalizing their transaction and the second on a cold winter evening.
By: Lucas Reyes Snip snip, buzz buzz. The sounds of scissors smoothly slicing through hair and clippers shearing heads mixes with the murmur of conversation and spirited laughter as skilled practitioners coif the hairdos of a handful of clients. Add the bold scent of hot espresso and you begin to see how Salon Fifth Image…